Contacting a model to arrange a shoot? Just kidding! My name is Al, enthusiast level photographer and I'd like to gain to experience shooting models. As I am starting out I am looking for TFP or TFCD models. I figure I can gain some experience and do so without great expense. I am not sure how creative a style I have. I do want to become technically efficient in my time here.

If anyone reading this has some experience here, I'd like to ask two things of you. One, if you could read my profile and offer some editing advice? I am afraid it may be long winded and not really specific about what I want to achieve. Secondly, I don't want to come off as creepy or flaky. Are messages, emails or phone calls better ways to have initial communications to alleviate safety concerns for model and photographer?

I see where many models want a third party with them during a session. I would ask the same on my behalf also. Any help would be appreciated very much. Thanks in advance.